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DVR Alert: HAMILTON's Jonathan Groff, SHUFFLE ALONG's Savion Glover to Visit NBC Late Night
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 5, 2016


NBC has announced that HAMILTON's King George III Jonathan Groff, will visit THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON on Thursday, April 7th.

Producer Jeffrey Seller Confirms HAMILTON Plans For London, Europe, Australia
by Michael Dale - Apr 5, 2016


Soon there may be as many as seven HAMILTON companies playing in the U.S. and internationally, in addition to Broadway.

Bid To Meet Lin-Manuel Miranda When He Signs Your Advance Copy of The HAMILTON Vinyl Box Set, Support The Morris-Jumel Mansion
by Michael Dale - Apr 4, 2016


Meet the HAMILTON author/star at the Richard Rodgers Theatre when he personalizes a signature for your vinyl set.

VIDEO: Amy Schumer Performs Her Own Revolutionary Hip-Hop Musical For HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Michael Dale - Apr 4, 2016


The brilliant social satirist doesn't exactly have the HAMILTON author/star in stitches over her new bio-musical.

STAGE TUBE: Jonathan Groff and Renee Elise Goldsberry Sing Rooftop Duet for #Ham4Ham
by Louisa Brady - Apr 2, 2016


Jonathan Groff and Renee Elise Goldsberry ventured up to the roof of the Richard Rogers Theatre to sing 'Endless Love' for this week's Ham4Ham! Check out the video below!

VIDEO: Awesome! Wow! Jonathan Groff Promos 'Olivier Awards' as HAMILTON's King George III
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 2, 2016


HAMILTON's King George III's Jonathan Groff has a very important message about this year's OLIVIER AWARDS, airing this Sunday on ITV.

VIDEO: HAMILTON Stars Talk Being Part of Innovative Musical on 'Charlie Rose'
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2016


The principle cast members of Broadway's HAMILTON sat down with Charlie Rose recently to share their thoughts on being part of the revolutionary and innovative new musical. 

VIDEO: THE VIEW Hosts Discuss HAMILTON Casting Call for Non-White Actors
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 1, 2016


Yesterday, the co-hosts of ABC's THE VIEW debated whether this was discriminatory or if it was necessary to specify what they are looking for in the role?

HAMILTON Producers Comment on 'Non-White' Casting Controversy; Will Amend Open Call Notice
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2016


As previously reported by BroadwayWorld, the producers of Hamilton recently sent out a casting notice specifying they are 'looking for non-white men and women, ages 20s to 30s, for both the Broadway production and upcoming national tours. No theatre experience necessary.' Representatives for the production say the language used was approved by Actors' Equity, and the show's producers have just released the following statement on the issue.

STAGE TUBE: Jonathan Groff Reunites with Lea Michele for 'Pillow Talk' #Ham4Ham
by Stage Tube - Mar 30, 2016


Today, Jonathan Groff continues his #Ham4Ham takeover this week while Lin-Manuel Miranda is on vacation by reuniting with his SPRING AWAKENING and GLEE co-star Lea Michele for a special early morning edition of the lottery show. Check out the video below!

VIDEO: HAMILTON Defends 'Non-White' Casting Notice Against Charge of Discrimination
by Michael Dale - Mar 30, 2016


Actors go into the business of theatre knowing that talent and the capability to play a role aren't always enough to get the job. Sometimes there are physical requirements either dictated by the author or artistically preferred by those making casting decisions. The height, weight, general appearance and, yes, the perceived ethnic background of an actor could, in many cases, be considered indispensable aspects of the hiring process.

TWITTER WATCH: HAMILTON's Ephraim Sykes Photographed In Costume Using 1839 Lens
by Michael Dale - Mar 30, 2016


The talented ensemble member is the latest subject in photographer Josh Lehrer's series of vintage photographs.

HAMILTON's Lin-Manuel Miranda Writes An Impassioned 'Plea For Relief For Puerto Rico'
by Michael Dale - Mar 28, 2016


The actor/author quotes Alexander Hamilton's words about St. Croix in a plea for financial relief for the U.S. territory.

TWITTER WATCH: William Daniels and Lin-Manuel Miranda Make History at HAMILTON
by Michael Dale - Mar 28, 2016


They've both made musical theatre history playing men who made American history

STAGE TUBE: Celebrate Jonathan Groff's Birthday in This Week's #Ham4Ham
by Louisa Brady - Mar 26, 2016


Good news - Hamilton's digital lottery is officially back for the winter, meaning that fans can enter online daily for a chance to see one of Broadway's biggest hits. Better news - this means that digital #Ham4Ham is back, featuring surprise performances from the cast. Today is a very special day for Hamilton, because it's Jonathan Groff's birthday! Not only that, but Jonathan Groff will also be taking over the Ham4Ham videos next week while Lin-Manuel Miranda is on vacation. Check out the video below!

Fortune Magazine Names Lin-Manuel Miranda One of World's 50 Greatest Leaders
by Louisa Brady - Mar 26, 2016


On Thursday, Fortune Magazine released a list of The World's 50 Greatest Leaders, and Hamilton creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda was named among them! Other leaders on the list include Pope Francis, John Oliver, John Legend, and many more.

PHOTO: Idina Menzel Visits Old Dressing Room and Lin-Manuel Miranda at HAMILTON
by Louisa Brady - Mar 26, 2016


Idina Menzel paid a visit to HAMILTON last night, and stopped by her old dressing room from the IF/THEN days after the show. Lin-Manuel Miranda tweeted a photo of the visit. Check it out below!

HAMILTON to Make West End Debut at Victoria Palace Theatre?
by Jessica Khan - Mar 25, 2016


As BroadwayWrld previously reported, Sir Cameron Mackintosh (producer of OLIVER!, LES MISERABLES, PHANTOM, MARY POPPINS, MISS SAIGON and CATS) plans to bring Broadway's box-office blockbuster HAMILTON to the West End in 2017. Now the Daily Mail now writes that Mackintosh is eyeing the Victoria Palace Theatre, where BILLY ELLIOT will give its final performance on April 9.

PHOTO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Made Honorary 'T-Bird' by GREASE's Hudgens & Hough
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 25, 2016


Following the performance, star Lin-Manuel Miranda donned an iconic T-Bird leather jacket, making him an honorary member of the gang!

Lin-Manuel Miranda Chats HAMILTON Journey, Mixtape and More with Katie Couric
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2016


HAMILTON creator and star Lin-Manuel Miranda recently sat down with Yahoo Global News Anchor Katie Couric at the NYC restaurant Joe Allen to talk about the Broadway show's runaway success, as well as its upcoming mixtape, which will feature artists such as Common, The Roots and Regina Spektor.

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